by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | Aug 15, 2019 | Skin and Nail Conditions, Uncategorized
Summer’s not over yet! Although the kids will be back in school very shortly—in some places, they already are—we should still have plenty more glorious, gorgeous days and nights left in 2019 before winter returns for good. While you’re busy making the most of the time...
by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | Jul 19, 2019 | Foot Health, Skin and Nail Conditions, Uncategorized
You probably already know that shoes play an important role in protecting feet and keeping them safe. But were you aware that ill-fitting footwear can cause a host of issues for your lower limbs? It’s true! Shoes shouldn’t be either too loose or too tight. When you...
by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | May 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
Sometimes, heel pain can be just that – a pain. You might have felt this annoying discomfort in the morning as you take your first steps (what a nice way to wake up, huh?), or you might be experiencing a stabbing pain in the back of your foot every time you finally...
by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | Apr 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
Hiking can be both an adventure and a form of therapy. There are trails out there for everyone from beginners to seasoned experts. You can go just to take in some wonderful natural scenery or surmount some natural challenges. And living around Roseburg, we are blessed...
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by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | Nov 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you like going for nice walks or long hikes, Roseburg and Douglas County is the place to be!Here in the Umpqua River Valley, with easy access to the ocean, the national forest, and the mountains, you can pretty much pick whatever kind of glorious scenery you enjoy...
by G. Jason Wilks, DPM | Jun 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
It only takes one fall. Accidental falls are the No. 1 cause of injury—including fatal injuries—for American senior citizens. If you’re lucky, you might get away with just a bruise. But not everyone is so fortunate. The Costs Are High In fact, falls are responsible...
